Honeywell HRDE4X4 User Manual
HRDE4X4
Digital Video
Recorder
User Guide
Document 900.0399 – 03/06 – Rev 2.00
Revisions
Issue Date Revisions
1.00 09/05 New document.
2.00 03/06 Updated Remote Access Software sections with
screenshots and function changes.
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FCC Compliance Statement
Information to the User: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class A digital device. Pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules, these limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference
in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe A est conforme à norme NMB-003 du Canada.
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
Explanation of Graphical Symbols
This symbol indicates the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
This symbol indicates the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instruction in the literature accompanying the
product.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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Warnings
Installation and servicing should be performed only by qualified and experienced
personnel.
Power off the DVR when connecting cameras, audio, or sensor cables.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage caused by improper use of the
product or failure to follow instructions for the product.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any problems caused by or resulting from the user
physically opening the DVR for examination or attempting to fix the unit. The manufacturer
may not be held liable for any issues with the unit if the warranty seal is removed.
Cautions
This product has multiple-rated voltages (110V and 220V). See installation instructions
before connecting to the power supply.
This product uses a Lithium battery. To avoid a risk of explosion, do not replace the battery
on the main board by anything other than a Lithium battery. Dispose of used batteries
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
This equipment and all communication wirings are intended for indoor use only. To reduce
the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment)
Customers in European Union countries are advised to dispose
of this product, at the end of its useful life, as per applicable local
laws, regulations and procedures.
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Contents
1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Technical Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2 DVR Unit Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Typical DVR Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Setting Unit for NTSC or PAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Connecting Peripheral Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Connecting the Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3 DVR Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Front Panel LEDs and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Initial Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4 Front Panel Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Live Viewing Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Search Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Play Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Network Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Archiving Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
5 RAS Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Minimum PC Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Installing the RAS Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
6 RAS Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Live Viewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
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Unpack Everything . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
USB Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Menu Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Live Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Recording Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Motion Zones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Recording Schedules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Setting System Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Controlling a PTZ Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Setting Network Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Storage Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Saving Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Time-Line Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Go To Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Go First Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Go Last Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Log List Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Archive Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Archiving Images or Video onto the Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Transferring Still Images or Video onto USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
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Search and Playback Viewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Back Up a Video Clip in AVI Format. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
7 RAS Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
General Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Site Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Event Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Event Search Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Record Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Disk Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Video Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
About Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Appendix A DVR Firmware Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
1. Copy Firmware Upgrade to USB Stick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
2. Start Engineering Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
3. Upgrading Using USB Stick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
4. Verifying Software Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Appendix B Playing AVI Archive Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Appendix C Optional Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Remote Control Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Appendix D Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Live Viewing Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Search and Playback Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Configuring Multiple Units for Remote Control. . . . . . . . . . . . 60
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Figures
Figure 2-1 NTSC/PAL Operation Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Figure 2-2 Rear Panel Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Figure 3-1 Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Figure 3-2 Setup Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Figure 3-3 Live Mode Setup Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Figure 3-4 Recording Mode Setup Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Figure 3-5 Motion Zone Setup Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Figure 3-6 Recording Schedule Setup Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Figure 3-7 System Setup Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Figure 3-8 DVR ID Setup Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Figure 3-9 DVR Description Display Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Figure 3-10 Date and Time Setup Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Figure 3-11 PTZ Control Setup Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Figure 3-12 Network Setup Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Figure 3-13 Storage Setup Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Figure 3-14 Save Setup Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Figure 4-1 Live Viewing Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Figure 4-2 Search Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Figure 4-3 Event Search Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Figure 4-4 Event Search List Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Figure 4-5 Time-line Search Date Select Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Figure 4-6 Time-line Search Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Figure 4-7 Go To Search Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Figure 4-8 Log List Search Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Figure 4-9 Log List Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Figure 4-10 Archive Search Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Figure 4-11 Archive List Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Figure 4-12 Play Mode Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Figure 4-13 Main GUI Screen of RAS Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Figure 4-14 Archive Mode Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Figure 4-15 Archive Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Figure 4-16 List of Archived Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Figure 5-1 Choose Destination Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Figure 5-2 Choose Program Folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Figure 5-3 RAS Icon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Figure 6-1 RAS Live Viewing Interface (Connected) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Figure 6-2 Search and Playback Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Figure 6-3 Main User Interface with Back Up Times Marked . . . . . . . . . . 47
Figure 6-4 AVI Backup Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
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Figure 6-5 Windows Explorer with Video Clips Selected . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Figure 7-1 General Setup Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Figure 7-2 Change Password Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Figure 7-3 Site Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Figure 7-4 Event Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Figure 7-5 Event Search Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Figure 7-6 Record Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Figure 7-7 Disk Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Figure 7-8 Video Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Figure A-1 Engineering Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Figure B-1 FFDSHOW Video Decoder Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
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Introduction
Features
Your HRDE4X4 digital video recorder (referred to as DVR throughout this document) is a
stand-alone and/or networked video and audio recording device. It provides recording
capabilities for four camera-inputs and is capable of event, pre-event, or timelapse
recording. The DVR can function in semi-triplex mode; that is, you can play back video
while simultaneously recording in a network configuration. Each of the four channels can
record independently or simultaneously. Other features include:
• 4 composite input connectors
• NTSC or PAL configuration
• Records up to 30 NTSC images per second or 25 PAL images per second (IPS). The
total frame rate is 120 IPS in quad screen and 30 IPS in full screen mode.
• Video resolution (display and recording):
• Full screen mode — 720 x 480 NTSC, 720 x 576 PAL
• Quad mode — 360 x 240 NTSC, 360 x 288 PAL
• Recording modes — manual, schedule, alarm events, time events and motion events.
• MPEG-4 video compression to maximize storage and video streaming on the internet.
• The Remote Access Software (RAS) supports remote live viewing, searching, archiving,
and video playback. By installing the DVR remote software on a Microsoft Windows
PC you can monitor real-time and recorded video via an optional ethernet network.
• USB archiving function provides storage for still images and AVI clips.
• The Remote Access Software allows playback of video clips archived to a USB stick
without first transferring the data to the local PC hard drive.
• Operates on a real-time, embedded RTOS operating system with a user-friendly
Graphic User Interface (GUI).
• Built-in pan, tilt, zoom (PTZ) controller
• 3 simultaneous remote users performing live view or playback on the same DVR
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Technical Overview
Your HRDE4X4 DVR incorporates a switcher and multiplexer for selectable multi-mode
display, digital motion detection, camera tiling, and event, pre-event, or timelapse
recording.
The DVR converts analog NTSC or PAL video to digital images and records them on one
hard drive. You can access recorded video from the hard drive or previously archived video
from a USB stick. You can watch live video while simultaneously recording.
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The Remote Access Software allows the administrator to remotely connect to and monitor
multiple networked DVRs. The software logs the operational and alarm status of sites once
a day for later analysis. The software lets you search based on time and retrieve video clips
from remote sites.
Important Safeguards
1. Read Instructions
All safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.
2. Retain Instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. Cleaning
Unplug this equipment from the wall outlet before cleaning it. Do not use liquid aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp soft cloth for cleaning.
4. Attachments
Never add any attachments and/or equipment without manufacturer approval as such
additions may result in the risk of fire, electric shock, or other personal injury.
5. Water and/or Moisture
Do not use this equipment near water or in contact with water.
6. Accessories
Do not place this equipment on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The equipment may
fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the equipment.
Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a
mounting kit approved by the manufacturer.
Move this equipment and cart combination with care. Quick stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may cause the equipment and cart combination to overturn.
7. Power Sources
This equipment should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on
the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power, please consult your
equipment dealer or local power company.
8. Power Cords
Operator or installer must remove power, BNC, alarm, and other connections before
moving the equipment.
9. Lightning
For added protection for this equipment during a lightning storm, or when it is left
unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the equipment
due to lightning and power-line surges.
10. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords to avoid the risk of fire or electric shock.
11. Objects and Liquids
Never push objects of any kind through openings of this equipment as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the equipment.
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12. Servicing
Do not attempt to service this equipment yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel.
13. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this equipment from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
• When the power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged
• If liquid is spilled or objects have fallen into the equipment
• If the equipment has been exposed to rain or water
• If the equipment does not operate normally by following the operating
instructions, adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage
and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the
equipment to its normal operation.
• If the equipment has been dropped or the cabinet damaged
• When the equipment exhibits a distinct change in performance—this indicates a
14. Replacement Parts
15. Safety Check
16. Field Installation
17. Correct Batteries
WARNING! Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
18. Operating Temperature
19. Elevated Operating Ambient Temperature
20. Reduced Air Flow
21. Mechanical Loading
22. Circuit Overloading
need for service.
When replacement parts are required, ensure the service technician uses replacement
parts specified by the manufacturer or that have the same characteristics as the original
part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this equipment, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks to determine that the equipment is in proper
operating condition.
This installation should be made by a qualified service person and should conform to
all local codes.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
An operating temperature range is specified (see Appendix D, Specifications) so that
the customer and installer may determine a suitable operating environment for the
equipment.
If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature
of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient. Therefore, consideration
should be given to installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the
specified operating temperature range.
Installation of the equipment in the rack should be such that the amount of airflow
required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.
Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a hazardous condition is
not caused by uneven mechanical loading.
Consideration should be given to connection of the equipment to supply circuit and
the effect that overloading of circuits might have on over-current protection and supply
wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used
when addressing this concern.
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23. Reliable Earthing (Grounding)
Reliable grounding of rack mounted equipment should be maintained. Particular
attention should be given to supply connections other than direct connections to the
branch circuit (for example, use of power strips).
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DVR Unit Installation
This chapter covers how to:
• Set the DVR for NTSC or PAL
• Connect the DVR to peripheral equipment
Before You Begin
Please read this document carefully before
you install your DVR.
Keep this guide for future reference.
Unpack Everything
Check that the items received match those listed on the order form and packing slip. The
HRDE4X4 packing box should include:
• One fully-assembled HRDE4X4 DVR
• One power cable
• One 12 VDC switching adapter
• One Remote Access Software CD
•This User’s Guide
If any parts are missing or damaged, contact the dealer you purchased the DVR from or call
Honeywell Customer Service (see the back cover of this document for contact information).
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Typical DVR Installation
Four Video Inputs for Cameras
Four Audio
Inputs
RS-232 for
Engineering Use
LAN for Remote
Access Software
Connection
Four Sensor
Inputs
1 Internal Alarm
Output Relay
CCTV Monitor
Audio Line
Output
To 12 VDC
Adapter
VGA Monitor
Setting Unit for NTSC or PAL
Before turning on your DVR, set the switch (see Figure 2-1) to NTSC or PAL to match your
equipment. If your DVR is already powered, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
Wait a few seconds, set the switch (see Figure 2-1), and then re-apply power.
Note You cannot mix NTSC and PAL equipment. For example, do not connect
NTSC cameras when your DVR is set to PAL. Similarly, do not connect a
PAL camera and an NTSC monitor.
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Figure 2-1 NTSC/PAL Operation Switch
CH3 CH4
PAL: Set to ON position
RS-232
VIDE O OUT VGA DC 12V
P
V
A
G
L
A
12
ON
Connecting Peripheral Equipment
Figure 2-2 shows the rear panel connections. Refer to Table 2-1 to connect your network
system components.
Figure 2-2 Rear Panel Connections
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNIN G
TO REDUCETHE RISK OF FIRE OR EL ECTRIC
SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSETHIS APPLIANCETO
RAIN OR MOISTURE
CAUTION
TO REDUCET HE RISK OF ELECT RIC SHO CK
NO USER SERVICEABLEPARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICINGTOQUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
RS-422/485
TX+ TX- RX+ RX-
ETHERNE T
CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4
1G G G G OUT234
AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
CH1 CH2
RS-232
P
V
A
G
L
A
12
CH3 CH4
AUDI O OUTALARMSENSOR
VIDEO O UT VGA DC 12V
ON
Table 2-1 describes the rear panel connections as shown in Figure 2-2 from left to right.
Table 2-1 Rear Panel Connections
Connector Description
RS-422/485 Remote camera control (see Controlling a PTZ Camera, page 21).
ETHERNET Network the DVR using 10/100 MB Ethernet connector. Network to a PC
for remote monitoring and searching (see Setting Network Parameters,
page 21).
AUDIO IN Connect to a pre-amplified line level audio source, such as a microphone.
Note It is the user’s responsibility to determine if the local laws and
regulations permit recording audio.
AUDIO OUT Connect to an amplifier.
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Table 2-1 Rear Panel Connections (Cont’d)
Connector Description
SENSOR IN Connect to external alarm sensor devices to signal the DVR to react to
events. Four sensors can be connected to the equipment sensor 1–4
dedicated to Video channel 1–4 respectively. Simple On/Off switching of
sensor inputs 1–4, normal open (NO) and ground connected to input
starts recording or normal close (NC) and ground connected to input
stops recording (see Recording Mode, page 15 to program sensor
recording).
Connect two wires to operate a sensor input correctly to the Terminal
block on the rear panel of the HRDE4X4. One ground wire between the
external device and to the HRDE4X4 ensures the ground reference
voltage is identical. This line connects to the terminal block G input.
Connect the other wire to be used to trigger the record condition to the
sensor input 1– 4 connection on the terminal block.
Sensor Input
1GGGGOUT234
Connections
ALARM
OUT
In 1
Connect to an external alarm device. On/off switching using an internal
relay, 0.5A/125V, 1A/30V. The relay is open when not triggered. The relay
In 2 In 3 In 4
GND 1 GND 2 GND 3 GND 4
ALARM
can be triggered to close by either motion or a sensor input, if enabled in
the Recording Setup menu.
VIDEO IN Connect NTSC or PAL camera coaxial outputs (up to 4) to the BNC Video
In connectors.
Caution Do not mix NTSC and PAL cameras.
VIDEO OUT Connect to a monitor.
RS-232 For engineering use only.
VGA Connect to a VGA monitor.
Note When using a VGA monitor, make sure you set the VGA switch to
ON and power reset the unit (turn unit off then on).
SWITCHES
PAL Set to the ON position when PAL cameras are connected.
Note When you change the position of the PAL switch, reboot the DVR
to apply the new setting.
VGA Set to the ON position when a VGA monitor is connected.
Note When you change the position of the VGA switch, reboot the DVR
to apply the new setting. When VGA is enabled, the video out
connector (composite) is disabled. Also when the Video Out is
enabled, the VGA is disabled.
DC 12V Apply 12 VDC using the DC switching adapter supplied.
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Connecting the Power Cord
1. Connect the DC power cord of the adapter to the DVR.
2. Connect the AC power cord to the adapter and then to the wall outlet.
Your DVR is now ready to operate. See Chapter 3, DVR Configuration and Chapter 4, Front
Panel Operation for more information.
WARNING! Route power cords so they are not a tripping hazard. Make certain
the power cord will not be pinched or abraded by furniture. Do not
install power cords under rugs or carpet.
The power cord has a grounding pin. If your power outlet does not
have a grounding pin receptacle, do not modify the plug.
Do not overload the circuit by plugging too many devices into one
circuit.
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DVR Configuration
This chapter covers:
• Front panel LEDs and controls
•Initial DVR setup
• Configuring live and recording modes
• Setting motion zones
• Setting recording schedules
• Setting system parameters
• Configuring remote network control
• Setting storage parameters
Note Ensure that your DVR is completely installed and all components are
Front Panel LEDs and Controls
Figure 3-1 shows the front panel and Table 3-1 and Table 3-2 describe the operational
LEDs and control buttons.
connected before proceeding.
Figure 3-1 Front Panel
Table 3-1 Front Panel LEDs
LED Function
POWER ON indicates power is applied to the unit.
REC ON indicates recording is enabled.
HDD ON indicates the system is accessing the hard drive.
EVENT ON indicates the alarm sensor(s) has/have been triggered or motion is
NETWORK ON indicates a user is connected to the system through the RAS software.
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Table 3-2 Front Panel Controls
Control Function
SEQ Start auto sequencing (must be in full screen mode).
Toggles on and off.
SEARCH Opens search menu.
REC Starts/stops manual recording (requires password entry).
ARCH Starts archiving a video clip or still image to a USB stick.
PTZ Controls Pan/Tilt/Zoom (PTZ) operation.
SETUP Opens the Setup menu.
ESC • Temporarily stores the changed value
• Returns to previous menu screen
• Rewinds the video in Playback mode. Press again to
toggle the playback speed at 1x, 2x, 4x, 8x and 16x
speeds.
• See the LOG LIST.
Jump/step backward. In Playback mode, the playback
position moves one minute backward.
Play or pause a video clip in Playback mode.
Jump/step forward. In Playback mode, the playback
position moves one minute forward.
• Plays the video forward in Playback mode. Press
again to toggle the speed at 1x, 2x, 4x, 8x and 16x
speeds.
• See the ARCHIVE LIST.
1
• Moves up in the menu structure in Setup mode
• Selects camera 1 in Live and Playback modes
• Used as the number 1 when entering the password
• Moves right in the menu structure in Setup mode
2
• Selects camera 2 in Live and Playback modes
• Used as the number 2 when entering the password
3
• Moves down in the menu structure in Setup mode
• Selects camera 3 in Live and Playback modes
• Used as the number 3 when entering the password
• Moves left in the menu structure in Setup mode
4
• Selects camera 4 in Live and Playback modes
• Used as the number 4 when entering the password
• Selects full screen or quad view in Live and Playback
modes
• Selects desired menu item
• Stores setup value in the menu
USB Port
There is a USB port on the left side of the front panel. You can use this port to archive video
onto a USB stick (see
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Initial Setup
Before using your DVR for the first time, you should establish some initial settings (for
example, date and time, display language, camera settings, recording mode and
scheduling, and your network setup). The following sections describe how to use the Setup
menus to quickly set up your DVR.
1. Press SETUP on the front panel to enter the Setup menu.
2. At the prompt, enter your password using the appropriate combination of arrow
buttons. The default password is 1111. Press SEL to enter the password.
3. After the password is entered you will see the main Setup menu screen as shown in
Figure 3-2. Use the arrow buttons to navigate through the menu items. Press SEL to
enter the desired sub-menu.
We recommend that you protect your DVR system by assigning a new password
immediately. Please follow the procedure in Setting System Parameters, page 18.
Figure 3-2 Setup Menu Screen
Menu Structure
The Setup menu structure is as follows:
Setup Menu
Record System
Channel
Name
Motion Zone
Schedule
DVR ID
Description
Admin Password
Network Password
Set Date & Time
PTZ Control
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Port
IP
Gateway
Subnet Mask
DNS Server IP
DDNS Server Name
Mail Address
Mail Server IP
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Live Mode
To set values for live video display, use the UP and DOWN controls to navigate through the
menu items. Change the value of the menu item using the LEFT and RIGHT controls.
Figure 3-3 Live Mode Setup Screen
Follow Table 3-3 to set the Live Mode parameters.
Table 3-3 Live Mode Setup Fields
Field Description
OSD Enable/disable on-screen display.
SEQUENCE Enable/disable sequential display of video in Full Screen mode.
SEQ-DWELL TIME Set the Dwell time for each channel display in Sequential Display
SCREEN
CROPPING
TRANSPARENT Change the transparency level of the on-screen display.
CHANNEL Select the channel (camera 1–4) for applying the six following
DISPLAY Enable/disable display of the video channel in Live Display mode.
SEQ LIST Enable/disable the specified channel to be included in the
BRIGHTNESS Change the brightness value for the specified channel.
mode (choose from 1– 60 seconds).
Enable/disable cropping to make the display fit the screen.
settings. Any changes you make will immediately take effect with
the selected channel.
Press SEL to enter a text insertion screen and apply a new name
for the channel. Use the LEFT and RIGHT arrow controls to
navigate through the channel name and the UP and DOWN arrow
controls to change the selected character. Press SEL to confirm
the name.
Sequential Display mode.
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